Science
Biology is this quarter's subject for science. I learn about microscope, cells, and all the things that are inside a cell (chromosomes, alleles, DNA, gene), and lastly, GMO (Genetically Modified Organisms). The skills that I learned from biology this quarter is how to use microscopes, how to operate the things that are in the microscopes, the step by step of using microscope so we are able to see the cells of different organisms under the lens of the microscopes. My friends and I looked at the sample of protozoa, epithelial cheek cells, onion cells, and elodea/ moss cells that were given by our teacher, Ibu Alissa. I learned how to draw the cells that I see on the paper that is distributed by my teacher, as well. Other than that, we learn deeper of what is inside the cells, what is the function of each parts of the cells. I also learn that inside the cell, there is a chromosomes which there are alleles that has thread-like structure DNA, which the genes are the codes for our eye colour, hair colour, skin colour, etc. For this subject, we had tests and an essay. The test is about the cells, and I think that I did a really good job in there. I got a 7 out of 8. I was supposed to get an 8, because I haven't complete my answer for the last question, even though I have started it. If I manage my time well, I will surely get an 8, my teacher said. For the improvement, I think that I should manage my time well because if I did, I will be able to answer all the questions correctly and got the perfect score. For our essay, it is about the GMO, where one organisms are genetically modified by inserting other genes from significant organisms into that organism to improve its function as a plant. My topic is about modified eucalyptus trees, where the improvement superiorities for the eucalyptus trees are that it contains less lignin, more resistant to diseases/ common pest, frost tolerance, and accelerated growth. I don't think I did a good job because I got 4 out of 8. For the improvements, I need to clear my sentences and don't mix up the things that I am going to say, and did more research about my topic. I also need to summarise all the things and state it in a clearer sentences so it will be understandable. The relation of this subject to the intercultural awareness is from my GMO essay assignment. I learned that this GMO is the worldwide experiment which helps significant region improve/ solve the problems they face. My essay about the eucalyptus trees helps the environment to be more environmentally friendly, because it grows faster and helps the demand for paper and timber production. This increase my awareness how GMO is helps our world to be a better world and to improve the stability of the environment.